2003 BMW 530 vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
